2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 2005 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover Streetwise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover Streetwise would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Accent (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 2005 Rover Streetwise | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Accent | Streetwise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
